EDI in Action: Perspectives from EDI Leaders and Professional Level Researchers in EDI Programs
Program Description: This two-part webinar series gathers insights from facilitators and participants of US-based EDI programs designed to attract and retain diverse talent in stem cell research. Hear from researchers across all career stages: from professional-level EDI leaders, to students who found opportunities through these initiatives. [PART 1]: EDI leaders and professional level researchers highlight programs designed to engage students in research. This session shares the success of different programs offered to ensure students with diverse backgrounds are supported, mentored, and offered guidance in further pursuit of research opportunities.
Moderator:
- Raeka Aiyar,PhD, The New York Stem Cell Foundation Research Institute, USA
Speakers:
- Johnna Frierson, PhD, Duke University School of Medicine, USA
- Senta Georgia, PhD, Keck School of Medicine of USC, USA
- Jamie Graceffa, MA, Quanternix, USA
- Sarah Millar, PhD, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, USA